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Oil And Gas RSS Feed from 774 ABC Melbourne2015, Australian Broadcasting Corporationen-au15Tue, 23 Jun 2015 13:06:00 +1000Surf Coast Shire to vote on frack-free declaration amid praise from anti-fracking grouphttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-06-23/surf-coast-shire-to-vote-on-frack-free-future/6565774?source=rss
A south-west Victorian community action group campaigning against onshore unconventional gas exploration has commended the Surf Coast Shire for putting the issue on its council agenda.Tue, 23 Jun 2015 13:06:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201506\4260206.xml774 ABC MelbourneballaratsouthwestvicmelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasEnvironment:Environmental Management:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Programs and Initiatives:AllAustralia:VIC:Anglesea 3230Australia:VIC:Apollo Bay 3233Australia:VIC:Port Campbell 3269Australia:VIC:Torquay 3228Australia:VIC:Warrnambool 3280Australia:VIC:Winchelsea 3241-38.3327 144.3242Petrol prices: Why do retail prices fluctuate from city to city, day to day?http://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-01-07/why-do-petrol-prices-fluctuate-around-the-country/6004866?source=rss
Falling petrol prices around the country have motorists lining up at the bowser, but the savings vary depending on where you fill up.Thu, 08 Jan 2015 09:00:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201501\4158972.xml774 ABC MelbournesydneydarwinbrisbaneadelaidemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:RetailAustralia:NSW:Sydney 2000Australia:NT:Darwin 0800Australia:QLD:Brisbane 4000Australia:SA:Adelaide 5000Australia:VIC:Melbourne 3000A motorist fills up their carA motorist fills up their car with petrol in Sydney in March, 2005.Ian Waldie, file photoGetty Images: Ian Waldie, file photo-33.8631 151.2043Major gas leak in Melbourne's north contained, police sayhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-06-26/major-gas-main-ruptures-in-melbourne/5551548?source=rss
An area in Melbourne's north shut off due to a major gas leak is now safe, police say. A gas main ruptured near the train station on Pascoe Vale Road earlier this morning. Shops were evacuated in Glenroy because of the serious gas leak.Sun, 10 Aug 2014 12:47:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201408\4033546.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasDisasters and Accidents:All:AllDisasters and Accidents:Emergency Incidents:AllAustralia:VIC:Glenroy 3046Breaking NewsBreaking News: Gas leak Glenroy, June 26Gas leak Glenroy, June 26Supplied: Elie El Zaibak: Supplied: Elie El Zaibak-37.7074 144.9227Melbourne gas leak closes part of Collins Streethttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-07-05/collins-street-melbourne-closed-off-for-gas-leak/5574416?source=rss
Melbourne's Collins Street has been closed off to pedestrians and traffic between Queen and William Street following a gas leak, police say. Police said excavators disturbed a construction site in the area, rupturing a gas pipe. Two people were evacuated from the site.Sat, 05 Jul 2014 14:00:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201407\4040015.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasDisasters and Accidents:Accidents:OtherAustralia:VIC:Melbourne 3000-37.8099 144.9622Nexus shareholders accept prospect of nothing over 2 cent offerhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-06-13/nexus-shareholders-accept-prospect-of-nothing-over-2-cent-offer/5520830?source=rss
A majority of Nexus shareholders voted to risk getting nothing for their stake, rather than accept a 2 cent per share offer from Seven Group.Fri, 13 Jun 2014 11:15:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201406\4024588.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Company News:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasBusiness, Economics and Finance:Takeovers:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:VIC:Melbourne 3000Australia:WA:AllAn offshore gas production platformAn offshore gas production platform: The doomed Nexus deal with investors who would rather have nothingNexus Energy has suffered an historic investor backlash with a majority of shares being voted against a takeover bid by Seven Group Holdings. The vote means shareholders may get nothing rather than the 2 cents per share the Seven Group was offering. Nexus's board and chief executive came under sustained attack at a fiery meeting in Melbourne but insist they did all they could to flush out a better deal.Neal Woolrich-26.000 134.500Angry Nexus shareholders risk all to reject Seven offerhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-06-13/nexus-shareholders-reject-seven-offer/5520778?source=rss
Rarely in the world of finance does principle override principal.Fri, 13 Jun 2014 11:10:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201406\4024724.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Company News:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasBusiness, Economics and Finance:Takeovers:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:VIC:Melbourne 3000Australia:WA:AllThe Goodwyn A offshore gas production platformThe Goodwyn A offshore gas production platformAFP: AFP-26.000 134.500Public consultations about onshore natural gas developmentshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-04-30/public-consultations-about-onshore-natural-gas/5422330?source=rss
Wed, 30 Apr 2014 19:55:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201404\3995406.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasCommunity and Society:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentAustralia:VIC:Geelong 3220Australia:VIC:Melbourne 3000Public consultations about onshore natural gas developmentsPublic consultations about onshore natural gas developments7pm TV News VIC: 7pm TV News VICPublic consultations about onshore natural gas developmentsEnvironment and community groups have welcomed a new public consultation process about onshore natural gas developments.Cameron Best-38.1505 144.3552Government calls for input on onshore gashttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-04-30/government-calls-for-input-on-onshore-gas/5422056?source=rss
The Victorian Energy Minister Russell Northe says he hopes community consultation will clear up misinformation about the onshore gas industry.Wed, 30 Apr 2014 19:55:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201404\3995310.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasGovernment and Politics:All:AllAustralia:VIC:Geelong 3220Public consultations about onshore natural gas developmentsEnvironment and community groups have welcomed a new public consultation process about onshore natural gas developments.Cameron Best-38.1505 144.3552Shell sells Geelong refinery but jobs will stayhttp://www.abc.net.au/pm/content/2013/s3949947.htm?source=rss
After nearly a year on the market, Shell Australia has sold its Geelong refinery to the Dutch-owned Swiss based company Vitol as part of a $2.9 billion deal. After a spate of job cuts in the city, Geelong is relieved the company intends to keep the 450 workers on.Fri, 21 Feb 2014 20:09:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201402\3949947.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasCommunity and Society:Work:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:VIC:Geelong 3220Shell sells Geelong refinery but jobs will stayAfter nearly a year on the market, Shell Australia has sold its Geelong refinery to the Dutch-owned Swiss based company Vitol as part of a $2.9 billion deal. After a spate of job cuts in the city, Geelong is relieved the company intends to keep the 450 workers on.Samantha Donovan-38.1505 144.3552Huge relief for Geelong's Shell workershttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-02-21/huge-relief-for-geelongs-shell-workers/5276610?source=rss
Fri, 21 Feb 2014 19:44:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201402\3950072.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasCommunity and Society:Unemployment:AllAustralia:VIC:Geelong 3220Huge relief for Geelong's Shell workersHuge relief for Geelong's Shell workers7pm TV News VIC: 7pm TV News VICHuge relief for Geelong's Shell workersAfter years of uncertainty, the flame continues to burn at Shell's Geelong refinery.Cameron Best-38.1505 144.3552Shell sells refinery, servoshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-02-21/shell-sells-refinery-servos/5276520?source=rss
Fri, 21 Feb 2014 19:00:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201402\3950034.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasAustralia:All:AllAustralia:VIC:Geelong 3220Australia:VIC:Melbourne 3000Shell sells refinery, servosShell sells refinery, servos7pm TV News VIC: 7pm TV News VICShell sells refinery, servosOil and gas giant Shell has struck a multi-billion dollar deal to sell its Geelong refinery and 870 petrol stations around the country.Frances Bell-37.8099 144.9622Shell announces $2.9b refinery, service station sale to Vitolhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-02-21/shell-announces-2429b-refinery-service-station-sale-to-vitol/5274858?source=rss
Global oil giant Shell has confirmed it is selling its service stations and Geelong refinery to Vitol for $2.9 billion. Speculation around the deal had been circulating in the media for days, but it was confirmed this morning. The deal includes 870 service stations, Shell's Australian refinery, as well as bulk fuels, bitumen, chemicals and part of its lubricants business. However, Shell will retain ownership of its aviation fuel business and the lube oil blending and grease plants in Brisbane, which are to be converted into bulk distribution facilities. Shell says most staff employed in the operations being sold should be kept on by the new owner.Fri, 21 Feb 2014 13:29:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201402\3949549.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Company News:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasAustralia:All:AllAustralia:VIC:AllAustralia:VIC:Geelong 3220Coles buys Shell stationsColes buys Shell stationsABC TV: ABC TV-38.1505 144.3552Geelong's jobs exodus, word is Shell may have sold refineryhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-02-19/geelongs-jobs-exodus-word-is-shell-may-have-sold/5270718?source=rss
Wed, 19 Feb 2014 19:19:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201402\3948263.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasCommunity and Society:Unemployment:AllAustralia:VIC:Geelong 3220Geelong's jobs exodus, word is Shell may have sold refineryGeelong's jobs exodus, word is Shell may have sold refinery7pm TV News VIC: 7pm TV News VICGeelong's jobs exodus, word is Shell may have sold refineryAs Geelong comes to terms with the loss of 800 Alcoa jobs, there are reports the fate of another 500 workers at Shell may now depend on the plans of a new buyer.Cameron Best-38.1505 144.3552The state government has delayed a decision on coal seam gas until 2015.http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-11-21/the-state-government-has-delayed-a-decision-on/5109240?source=rss
Thu, 21 Nov 2013 19:44:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201311\3896471.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentAustralia:VIC:AllAustralia:VIC:Melbourne 3000The state government has delayed a decision on coal seam gas until 2015.The state government has delayed a decision on coal seam gas until 2015.7pm TV News VIC: 7pm TV News VICThe state government has delayed a decision on coal seam gas until 2015.The Victorian Premier has extended a ban on fracking until at least 2015. The ban now ensures fracking wont be an issue in next years state election.Jeff Waters-37.4500 146.0833BP to cut jobs in Melbourne to improve competitivenesshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-11-20/bp-to-cut-jobs-in-melbourne-to-improve-competitiveness/5105658?source=rss
Oil company BP says it will sack at least 150 people at its two Melbourne offices.Wed, 20 Nov 2013 18:02:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201311\3895354.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasAustralia:VIC:Melbourne 3000-37.8099 144.9622Massive gas exploration leasehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-11-01/massive-gas-exploration-lease/5065090?source=rss
A map indicates one major resource company has laid claim to exploration rights for vast land.Fri, 01 Nov 2013 19:25:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201311\3882465.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentAustralia:VIC:Geelong 3220Australia:VIC:Melbourne 3000Australia:VIC:Torquay 3228Massive gas exploration leaseMassive gas exploration lease7pm TV News VIC: 7pm TV News VICMassive gas exploration leaseThe ABC has obtained a map that indicates one major resource company has laid claim to the exploration rights for a tract of land stretching the outskirts of Geelong to the Surf Coast.Jeff Waters-38.1505 144.3552Premier Denis Napthine promises to proceed cautiously on issue of coal seam gashttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-11-01/premier-denis-napthine-promises-to-proceed-cautiously-on-issue-/5062814?source=rss
Former Howard government minister Peter Reith says Victoria should end bans on coal seam gas exploration or face higher gas prices. But Premier Denis Napthine says he is going to take a cautious approach, while Opposition says the moratorium on fracking should remain in place.Fri, 01 Nov 2013 19:22:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201311\3881724.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbournegippslandBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:CoalBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:VIC:AllAustralia:VIC:Melbourne 3000Australia:VIC:Sale 3850Denis NapthineDenis NapthineAAP: Julian Smith: AAP: Julian SmithGovernment in no rush to lift ban on frackingThe State Government is under pressure to declare whether it will allow the development of an onshore gas industry in Victoria.Frances Bell-37.8099 144.9622Government in no rush to lift ban on frackinghttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-11-01/government-in-no-rush-to-lift-ban-on-fracking/5065088?source=rss
Fri, 01 Nov 2013 19:14:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201311\3882462.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentAustralia:VIC:Melbourne 3000Government in no rush to lift ban on frackingGovernment in no rush to lift ban on fracking7pm TV News VIC: 7pm TV News VICGovernment in no rush to lift ban on frackingThe State Government is under pressure to declare whether it will allow the development of an onshore gas industry in Victoria.Frances Bell-37.8099 144.9622Fracking will help Victorian manufacturing says Peter Reithhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/audio/2013/11/01/3881823.htm?source=rss
Former Howard government minister Peter Reith says coal seam gas fracking will put downward pressure on gas prices, which will help Victorian manufacturing.Fri, 01 Nov 2013 10:04:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201311\3881823.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbournegippslandBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasRural:All:AllAustralia:VIC:Melbourne 3000Australia:VIC:Sale 3850Peter Reith Peter Reith says CSG will produce huge incomes for AustraliaSimon Leo BrownABC Local: Simon Leo BrownPeter ReithABC's Jon Faine spoke to Peter ReithJon Faine-38.1125 147.0668Protesters confront AGL management about NSW coal seam gas fieldhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-23/protesters-confront-agl-management-about-nsw-coal-seam-gas-field/5040280?source=rss
About 20 anti-coal seam gas protesters have confronted senior management at the AGL annual general meeting in Melbourne.Wed, 23 Oct 2013 14:34:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201310\3875123.xml774 ABC MelbourneupperhunternewcastlemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllAustralia:NSW:Muswellbrook 2333Australia:NSW:Singleton 2330Australia:VIC:Melbourne 3000Coal seam gas genericCoal seam gas genericABC News - file image: ABC News - file image-37.8099 144.9622Farmers call on Victorian Government to ban frackinghttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-08-18/farmers-rallied-in-melbourne-calling-on-the/4895062?source=rss
Farmers have rallied in Melbourne to call on the Government to ban the controversial practice of coal seam gas "fracking".Mon, 19 Aug 2013 07:12:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201308\3828276.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbournegippslandBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentAustralia:All:AllAustralia:VIC:AllAustralia:VIC:Melbourne 3000Australia:VIC:Poowong 3988Farmers rallied in Melbourne calling on the Government to ban fracking in Victoria.Farmers rallied in Melbourne calling on the Government to ban fracking in Victoria.7pm TV News VIC: 7pm TV News VICFarmers call on Victorian Government to ban frackingFarmers have rallied in Melbourne to call on the Government to ban the controversial practice of coal seam gas "fracking". They say the practice could threaten their livelihoods.Jacqueline Peake-37.8099 144.9622Unitarian Church divests from fossil fuelshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-08-01/unitarian-church-divests-from-fossil-fuels/4859350?source=rss
Another Australian religious organisation has chosen to divest its funds from fossil fuel companies because of concerns about climate change.Thu, 01 Aug 2013 15:03:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201308\3816154.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Ethical Investment:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasCommunity and Society:Religion and Beliefs:AllAustralia:VIC:Melbourne 3000Petrol stationPetrol stationABC: Nic MacBean: ABC: Nic MacBean-37.8099 144.9622Australian gas producers have launched a multi-million-dollar ad campaign claiming regulations are holding up potential new projects.http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-07-29/australian-gas-producers-have-launched-a-multi/4851560?source=rss
Tue, 30 Jul 2013 12:14:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201307\3813688.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:ManufacturingBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:MiningBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasAustralia:All:AllAustralia:VIC:AllAustralia:VIC:Melbourne 3000Australian gas producers have launched a multi-million dollar ad campaign claiming regulations are hAustralian gas producers have launched a multi-million dollar ad campaign claiming regulations are holding up potential new projects.7pm TV News VIC: 7pm TV News VICAustralian gas producers have launched a multi-million-dollar ad campaign claiming regulations are hAustralian gas producers are concerned billions of dollars worth of investment projects and jobs could be at risk because of excessive red tape. The industry has launched a campaign to counter what it says is misinformation about the industry.Neal Woolrich-26.000 134.500Concerns about Gippsland gas well testinghttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-05-14/concerns-about-gippsland-gas-well-testing/4689544?source=rss
Wed, 15 May 2013 09:26:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201305\3759227.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasEnvironment:Alternative Energy:AllAustralia:VIC:Melbourne 3000Concerns about Gippsland gas well testingConcerns about Gippsland gas well testing7pm TV News VIC: 7pm TV News VICConcerns about Gippsland gas well testingA gas and oil company says planned tests near the Ninety Mile Beach in Gippsland are not related to coal seam gas.Jeff Waters-37.8099 144.9622Refinery gets new water plant amid sale uncertaintyhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-04-30/refinery-gets-new-water-plant-amid-sale-uncertainty/4660622?source=rss
The Victorian Government has justified a new water treatment plant for the Shell Geelong refinery, despite uncertainty over the future of the facility. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 14:30:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201304\3748484.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasEnvironment:Water:AllEnvironment:Water Management:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:VIC:Geelong 3220aerial view of shell refinery at geelongaerial view of shell refinery at geelongABC TV News: ABC TV News-38.1505 144.3552Could shale gas pose a greater threat to water than CSG?http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-04-25/shale-gas-water/4651088?source=rss
The Federal Government's proposed legislation to protect water resources from coal seam gas mining has been criticised for not including other types of unconventional gas mining. Thu, 25 Apr 2013 14:13:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201304\3745283.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasEnvironment:Environmental Impact:AllEnvironment:Environmental Management:AllEnvironment:Pollution:Water PollutionEnvironment:Water:AllEnvironment:Water Management:AllEnvironment:Water Supply:AllRural:Mining:AllAustralia:VIC:Melbourne 3000Cooper Basin productionCooper Basin productioncourtesy: Beach Energy: courtesy: Beach EnergyShale gas water concernsFlint Duxfield reports.Flint Duxfield-37.8099 144.9622What's next for Geelong ?http://www.abc.net.au/news/video/2013/04/05/3731088.htm?source=rss
News that hundreds of jobs at Shell's Geelong refinery are in the balance is the latest employment blow to Victoria's second city.Fri, 05 Apr 2013 20:17:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201304\3731088.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Company News:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Economic Trends:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasCommunity and Society:Unemployment:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:VIC:Geelong 3220What's next for Geelong ?What's next for Geelong ?Stateline Victoria: Stateline VictoriaWhat's next for Geelong ?News that hundreds of jobs at Shell's Geelong refinery are in the balance is the latest employment blow to Victoria's second city.Guy Stayner-38.1505 144.3552Refinery sale causes concern for local communitieshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-04-05/refinery-sale-causes-concern-for-local-communities/4610832?source=rss
Municipalities surrounding Geelong are bracing for job losses and for agricultural industries to be affected by the sale of Shell's Geelong refinery.Fri, 05 Apr 2013 12:38:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201304\3730295.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:VIC:Geelong 3220Shell refineryShell refineryABC TV: ABC TVShell to sell Geelong refineryThe future is uncertain for 450 Shell staff and 150 contractors after the company announced it is selling its refinery in Geelong.James Bennett-38.1505 144.3552Shell to sell Geelong refineryhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-04-04/shell-to-sell-geelong-refinery/4610286?source=rss
Thu, 04 Apr 2013 19:37:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201304\3730099.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Company News:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasCommunity and Society:Regional:AllCommunity and Society:Unemployment:AllAustralia:VIC:AllAustralia:VIC:Geelong 3220Shell to sell Geelong refineryShell to sell Geelong refinery7pm TV News VIC: 7pm TV News VICShell to sell Geelong refineryThe future is uncertain for 450 Shell staff and 150 contractors after the company announced it is selling its refinery in Geelong.James Bennett-38.1505 144.3552Shell employees face huge job cuts if buyer can't be foundhttp://www.abc.net.au/pm/content/2013/s3730008.htm?source=rss
Shell's decision to sell its Geelong refinery has come as a shock to the local community already hit hard by job losses in the manufacturing sector in recent years. Judging by what happened when Shell closed its Sydney refinery at Clyde, nearly 90 per cent of those employees could lose their jobs if a buyer can't be found.Thu, 04 Apr 2013 19:00:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201304\3730008.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Company News:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasCommunity and Society:Unemployment:AllCommunity and Society:Work:AllAustralia:VIC:Geelong 3220Shell employees face huge job cuts if buyer can't be foundShell's decision to sell its Geelong refinery has come as a shock to the local community already hit hard by job losses in the manufacturing sector in recent years. Judging by what happened when Shell closed its Sydney refinery at Clyde, nearly 90 per cent of those employees could lose their jobs if a buyer can't be found.Alison Caldwell-38.1505 144.3552Shell to sell Geelong refineryhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-04-04/shell-to-sell-geelong-refinery/4609360?source=rss
The future of 450 Shell Australia employees is uncertain after the company announced it is selling its Geelong refinery.Thu, 04 Apr 2013 19:00:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201304\3729690.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Company News:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasAustralia:All:AllAustralia:VIC:AllAustralia:VIC:Geelong 3220Shell Australia's Geelong refineryShell Australia's Geelong refineryAAP: Julian Smith: AAP: Julian Smith-38.1505 144.3552Shell selling Geelong refinery to focus on international interestshttp://www.abc.net.au/worldtoday/content/2013/s3729602.htm?source=rss
Twelve months ago the general manager of the Shell refinery assured the community it had no plans to close the Geelong operations. Today the company announced it was selling the plant, putting the jobs of 470 people on site and hundreds of contractors in limbo.Thu, 04 Apr 2013 14:06:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201304\3729602.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasAustralia:All:AllAustralia:VIC:AllAustralia:VIC:Geelong 3220Shell selling Geelong refinery to focus on international interestsTwelve months ago the General Manager of the Shell refinery assured the community, it had no plans to close the Geelong operations. Today the company announced it was selling the plant putting the jobs of 470 people on site and hundreds of contractors in limbo.Alison Caldwell-38.1505 144.3552Victoria still low on dieselhttp://www.abc.net.au/rural/news/content/201212/s3651101.htm?source=rss
Victoria is still critically short of diesel fuel, with most service stations only supplying emergency services.Mon, 10 Dec 2012 12:37:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201212\3651101.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasRural:Agribusiness:AllAustralia:VIC:Geelong 3220No dieselSign at a service station in western Victoria.Kath SullivanABC Western Victoria: Kath SullivanShell diesel crisis-38.1505 144.3552Diesel crisis over after refinery boosts productionhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-12-10/diesel-crisis-over-after-refinery-boosts-production/4418274?source=rss
Oil company Shell says it is increasing the production of diesel at its Geelong refinery after equipment failure contributed to fuel shortages across Victoria.Mon, 10 Dec 2012 11:02:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201212\3650986.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasAustralia:VIC:Geelong 3220Diesel shortage starts to biteDiesel shortage starts to bite7pm TV News VIC: 7pm TV News VIC-38.1505 144.3552Refinery problems lead to diesel rationinghttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-12-05/refinery-problems-lead-to-diesel-rationing/4408752?source=rss
Fuel distributors say Victorian motorists may experience diesel shortages for the next few weeks, due to problems at local refineries.Wed, 05 Dec 2012 07:50:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201212\3647679.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasAustralia:VIC:AllAustralia:VIC:Melbourne 3000-37.4500 146.0833Helium shortage deflates Christmas party balloon planshttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2012/12/04/3647219.htm?source=rss
A worldwide shortage of helium is hitting the party balloon businessTue, 04 Dec 2012 16:48:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201212\3647219.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Building and ConstructionBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:ManufacturingBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasHealth:Medical Procedures:AllScience and Technology:Geology:AllCommunity and Society:History:World War 1Australia:VIC:Melbourne 3000Fully blownA global helium shortage means party balloons are well down the list of priorities.
D. Sharon Pruitthttp://flic.kr/p/6FaiMe: D. Sharon Pruitt-37.8099 144.9622FMG diversifies into oil and gashttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-11-15/fmg-diversifies-into-oil-and-gas/4373862?source=rss
Fortescue Metals Group appears to be diversifying its iron ore operations, buying a stake in an oil and gas company. Thu, 15 Nov 2012 17:33:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201211\3633612.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneperthBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:MiningBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasAustralia:VIC:Melbourne 3000Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000FMG LogoFortescue Metals Group has denied in court it was responsible for the Pilbara camp wherre two workers died in Cyclone George. : -30.2000 122.6167Victoria announces temporary fracking moratoriumhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-08-24/victoria-announces-temporary-fracking-moratorium/4221644?source=rss
Fri, 24 Aug 2012 21:19:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201208\3575576.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:VIC:Melbourne 3000Victoria announces temporary fracking moratoriumVictoria announces temporary fracking moratorium7pm TV News VIC: 7pm TV News VICVictoria announces temporary fracking moratoriumEnergy Minister Michael O'Brien has announced a moratorium on any further approvals for fracking in coal seam gas until a national approach is decided.Frances Bell-37.8099 144.9622Carbon price arrival meets mixed responsehttp://www.abc.net.au/7.30/content/2012/s3537381.htm?source=rss
How has the introduction of a price on carbon be greeted by politicians, the public and business?Mon, 02 Jul 2012 21:07:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201207\3537381.xml774 ABC MelbournecanberrasydneymelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Electricity Energy and UtilitiesBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasEnvironment:Climate Change:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AlpGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:LiberalsGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:GreensGovernment and Politics:Tax:AllGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllGovernment and Politics:Programs and Initiatives:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:Minor PartiesBusiness, Economics and Finance:Emissions Trading:AllEnvironment:Environmental Policy:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:Federal ElectionsAustralia:All:AllAustralia:ACT:Canberra 2600Australia:NSW:Sydney 2000Australia:VIC:Geelong 3220Australia:VIC:Melbourne 3000Carbon price arrival meets mixed responseCarbon price arrival meets mixed response7.30 Report: 7.30 ReportCarbon price arrival meets mixed responseHow has the introduction of a price on carbon be greeted by politicians, the public and business?Heather EwartPower station project halted despite legal victoryhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-04-16/power-station-project-halted-despite-legal-victory/3952854?source=rss
The company planning to build a new Latrobe Valley power station has stopped work on the project following a recent legal battle.Tue, 17 Apr 2012 07:01:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201204\3478377.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Emissions Trading:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Electricity Energy and UtilitiesBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasLaw, Crime and Justice:Courts and Trials:AllAustralia:VIC:Melbourne 3000HRL postpones power station projectEnergy company HRL has halted work on its power station in the Latrobe Valley south-east of Melbourne.-37.8099 144.9622Court rejects companies' bid for $1bn tax refundhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2011-12-06/court-rejects-companies-billion-dollar-tax-refund/3715720?source=rss
The Federal Court has rejected a bid by two major resources companies for a Commonwealth tax refund of up to $1 billion.Tue, 06 Dec 2011 19:13:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201112\3385021.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasGovernment and Politics:Tax:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Courts and Trials:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:VIC:AllAustralia:VIC:Melbourne 3000The BHP Billiton logo.The BHP Billiton logo.Tim Wimborne: Reuters: Tim Wimborne: Reuters-37.8099 144.9622Oil refinery blamed for gas odourhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2011/05/12/3214497.htm?source=rss
Fire fighters believe they have tracked down the source of a strong smell of gas in parts of inner Melbourne late yesterday.Thu, 12 May 2011 08:00:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201105\3214497.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasDisasters and Accidents:All:AllDisasters and Accidents:Emergency Incidents:AllAustralia:VIC:Spotswood 3015-37.8319 144.8852Breakthrough in capturing carbon from coal power stationshttp://www.abc.net.au/rural/news/content/201011/s3080231.htm?source=rss
The Co-operative Research Centre for CO2 has developed a new technology to capture carbon dioxide from coal-fired power stations.Tue, 30 Nov 2010 12:17:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201011\3080231.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:MiningBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasEnvironment:Climate Change:AllEnvironment:Mining:AllRural:Greenhouse Gas:AllRural:Mining:AllAustralia:VIC:Melbourne 3000Logo - CO2CRCCO2CRC - Carbon Dioxide Co-operative Research Centre, AustraliaABC Rural: CO2CRC Develops enviro friendly solvent for CCSBabs McHugh speaks with Barry Hooper, chief technologist with CO2CRC about the development of enviro friendly solvent for CCS Babs McHugh-37.8099 144.9622Trading with Timor Lestehttp://www.abc.net.au/rural/telegraph/content/2010/s3011246.htm?source=rss
In Timor Leste, Agriculture makes up 30 per cent of the country's GDP. It's mostly subsistence farming at the moment but there is a gradual movement towards exports.Tue, 14 Sep 2010 12:38:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201009\3011246.xml774 ABC MelbournecanberramelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasBusiness, Economics and Finance:International Aid and Trade:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Trade:AllRural:All:AllRural:Agricultural Crops:AllRural:Agricultural Crops:Tea/CoffeeAustralia:ACT:Canberra 2600Australia:VIC:Melbourne 3000East Timor:All:All-8.833333333 125.9166667Holden reveals bio fuels carhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/video/2010/08/31/2998921.htm?source=rss
The Series II Commodore is the first Australian-made vehicle that can run on either petrol or bio ethanol.Tue, 31 Aug 2010 21:38:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201008\2998921.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AutomotiveBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasEnvironment:Alternative Energy:AllEnvironment:Environmental Impact:AllEnvironment:Environmental Technology:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:VIC:Melbourne 3000Brazil:All:AllHolden reveals bio fuels carHolden reveals bio fuels car7pm TV News VIC: 7pm TV News VICHolden reveals bio fuels carThe Series II Commodore is the first Australian-made vehicle that can run on either petrol or bio ethanol.Canola may help fill mining industry's fuel demandhttp://www.abc.net.au/rural/news/content/201008/s2977285.htm?source=rss
A Victorian biofuels company is hoping a breed of canola can be used to supplement the Australian mining sector's growing demand for diesel.Mon, 09 Aug 2010 10:31:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201008\2977285.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:MiningBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasEnvironment:Mining:AllRural:Agricultural Crops:OilseedsRural:Mining:AllAustralia:VIC:Laverton North 3026Biofuel researchCanola is being grown for biofuel to meet growing demand from the mining industry: -37.8167 144.7833Mobil on notice over Altona refineryhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/06/03/2917132.htm?source=rss
Mobil's oil refinery at Altona, in Melbourne's west, will face harsher scrutiny from the Environment Protection Authority (EPA).Thu, 03 Jun 2010 13:06:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201006\2917132.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasEnvironment:Environmental Management:AllAustralia:VIC:Altona 3018-37.8717 144.8255Rio chief uses AGM to criticise proposed mining taxhttp://www.abc.net.au/worldtoday/content/2010/s2909816.htm?source=rss
Some Rio Tinto shareholders have told the company's annual general meeting in Melbourne they favour the Federal Government's proposed mining rent tax. However the company's chief executive, Tom Albanese, has used the opportunity to again condemn the tax, arguing it threatens investment and employment growth.Wed, 26 May 2010 16:11:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201005\2909816.xml774 ABC MelbournecapricorniatropicnorthwestsouthqldmelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:MiningBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Tax:AllRural:All:AllRural:Mining:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Gladstone 4680Australia:QLD:Mackay 4740Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Australia:QLD:Rockhampton 4700Australia:QLD:Toowoomba 4350Australia:VIC:Melbourne 3000Tom Albanese, head of Rio TintoTom Albanese, head of Rio Tinto: RIO chief uses AGM to criticise proposed mining taxSome RIO Tinto shareholders have told the company's annual general meeting in Melbourne they favour the Federal Government's proposed mining rent tax. However the company's chief executive, Tom Albanese, has used the opportunity to again condemn the tax, arguing it threatens investment and employment growth.simon lauder-37.8099 144.9622Coal seam gas a takeover delighthttp://www.abc.net.au/pm/content/2010/s2839888.htm?source=rss
Royal Dutch Shell and Petrochina have made a $US3.3 billion bid for Arrow Energy. Analysts say it's further evidence that coal seam methane projects have a lucrative future.Mon, 08 Mar 2010 18:34:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201003\2839888.xml774 ABC MelbournecanberrasydneymelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasBusiness, Economics and Finance:Takeovers:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:ACT:Canberra 2600Australia:NSW:Sydney 2000Australia:NT:AllAustralia:VIC:AllAustralia:VIC:Melbourne 3000China:All:AllIndia:All:AllIndonesia:All:AllUnited Kingdom:All:AllUnited Kingdom:England:AllUnited States:All:AllCoal seam gas a takeover delightRoyal Dutch Shell and Petrochina have made a $3.3US dollar bid for Arrow Energy. Analysts say it's more evidence that coal seam methane projects have a rich future.Di Bain-26.000 134.500Calls for audit into EPA over fuel spillhttp://www.abc.net.au/worldtoday/content/2010/s2814300.htm?source=rss
Emergency crews in Melbourne have been working through the night to deal with a spill at a petrol refinery in the city's west that began around midnight. The Environmental Protection Authority says it will investigate the spill but critics say the authority should instead be doing more to protect residents who live near refineries.Tue, 09 Feb 2010 13:00:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201002\2814300.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasDisasters and Accidents:Accidents:WorkplaceAustralia:VIC:AllAustralia:VIC:Melbourne 3000Calls for audit into EPA following petrol spillEmergency crews have been working through the night in Melbourne to deal with a fuel spill at a petrol refinery in the city's west. An alarm alerted authorities to the leak just before midnight. The EPA says it will investigate. But critics say the EPA should be doing more to protect residents who live near refineries.Alison Caldwell-37.8099 144.9622More time for gas pipeline access sayhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2009/12/03/2760708.htm?source=rss
The Economic Regulation Authority (ERA) has extended the deadline for submissions on its draft decision on new access arrangements for the Goldfields Gas Pipeline.Thu, 03 Dec 2009 11:17:00 +1100\xmlcontent\200912\2760708.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllAustralia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430-30.7458 121.4715Under the pumphttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2008/05/23/2254082.htm?source=rss
From suburban commuters, to farmers, to uni students and environmentalists - it seems that everyone is talking about fuel prices these days.Tue, 03 Jun 2008 13:09:00 +1100\xmlcontent\200806\2254082.xml774 ABC MelbournemelbourneBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:TransportBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Air TransportBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Road TransportAustralia:VIC:Melbourne 3000generic picture of hand pumping fuel into cargeneric pic of hand holding fuel pumpGraeme PowellABC: Graeme PowellThe family with their carAhmed, Muhammed, Janet and Nora with the car that ferries them around each dayHilary HarperABC Local Radio: Hilary HarperFilling up at the bowserFay fills up only on the cheapest daysHilary HarperABC Local Radio: Hilary HarperPetrol hits two dollars in QueenslandAli Moore talks to Robbie Dare, petrol station owner in Bedourie, Queensland, where diesel has hit two dollars a litreAli Moore-37.8099 144.9622